GOD IS BIGGER THAN THIS MOMENT

Welcome to Day 202 

Whatever feels overwhelming today, remember this:

God is bigger.

Scripture

"Ah Lord God! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee."
— Jeremiah 32:17

Transcript

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Welcome to 365 Days of Courage, Strength, and Faith. I'm Jim Hannes. Thank you for allowing me to spend a few moments with you today. No matter where this episode finds you, whether you're beginning your morning, driving to work, taking a walk, or simply searching for a little encouragement, I believe God has something He wants to remind you of today. My prayer is that these next few minutes will strengthen your faith, renew your courage, and remind you that you never face life alone. Before we begin, take one slow deep breath. Breathe in God's peace and slowly breathe out every worry you've been carrying. Again, breathe in God's presence and exhale out every fear. Let's quiet our hearts together as we turn our attention to God's Word. Scripture for day two hundred and two is found in Jeremiah 32, verse 17. Ah, Lord God, behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee. Whatever feels overwhelming today, remember this, God is bigger. When we focus only on the size of a problem, it can begin to feel impossible. The challenge appears larger, the obstacle appears greater, the future appears uncertain. Yet Scripture continually redirects our attention not toward the size of our problem, but toward the greatness of our God. The God who created galaxies, the God who parted seas, the God who raised Christ from the dead. That same God is present in your situation today. Your challenge is real, but God's power is greater. Let's breathe in that promise that God is greater, and as we exhale, let's release fear. Breathe in, God, you are greater. Exhale, I release my fear. Breathe in, God, you are greater. Exhale, I release my fear. Today's affirmation, I am not alone. I am supported by God. I am growing in trust. I am safe in His care. Peace is available to me. Today's declaration. Today I will focus on God's greatness. I will not magnify fear. I will magnify faith. I will walk forward peacefully. Today's reflection question. What situation feels larger than your peace right now? Let's pray. Father, remind me that nothing is too difficult for you. Help me trust your power and rest in your peace today. Amen. Today's Courage Challenge. Spend a few minutes thanking God for three ways He has helped you in the past. Thank you for joining me today for another episode of 365 Days of Courage, Strength, and Faith. If today's message has encouraged your heart, consider sharing it with someone who may need this same reminder today. And as you go, remember this. God has not called you to live in fear. He has called you to walk by faith, one step at a time, one promise at a time, one day at a time. Until tomorrow, keep your eyes on Jesus, stand firm in his promises, and walk boldly in his strength, and never forget, the God who walks with you today is already waiting in your tomorrow. God bless you, my friend. I'll meet you again tomorrow for another episode of 365 Days of Courage, Strength, and Faith.